Vehicle Inspection Test — Pennsylvania CDL Requirements & Lessons

14 Slides 13 min

Pennsylvania Vehicle Inspection Test Rules

Use Pennsylvania's Section 10M checklist, inspection language, safety steps, and automatic-failure protections rather than another jurisdiction's supplement.

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14 Slides 13 min

Pennsylvania Air and Hydraulic Brake Test Checks

Perform the exact Section 10M brake sequence for the system installed and recognize automatic failures before the vehicle moves.

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13 Slides 12 min

Internal and In-Cab Inspection

Inspect safety equipment, controls, gauges, windshield, mirrors, emergency equipment, and cab condition.

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13 Slides 11 min

Passenger and School Bus Inspection Items

Inspect doors, exits, seating, aisles, lifts, stop equipment, mirrors, and student/passenger safety systems.

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13 Slides 9 min

Lights Operations Check

Demonstrate headlights, signals, brake lights, hazards, clearance lamps, reflectors, and dashboard indicators.

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13 Slides 12 min

Front and Engine Area Inspection

Inspect fluids, belts, hoses, leaks, steering components, frame, suspension, brakes, wheels, and tires.

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16 Slides 12 min

Axles, Wheels, and Suspension Inspection

Inspect every axle’s suspension, brake, wheel, hub, rim, fastener, and tire condition.

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12 Slides 11 min

Side and Rear Inspection

Inspect fuel/exhaust/DEF systems, body, cargo, doors, landing gear, lights, and rear protection.

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13 Slides 12 min

Combination Vehicle Inspection Items

Inspect fifth wheel, kingpin, apron, lines, platform, locking devices, trailer, and coupling brakes.

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